How Can the Eagles Bounce Back in Week Six?
As the Philadelphia Eagles stepped on their home field last Sunday, they had hopes of walking off undefeated heading into Week Six against the New York Giants — but that shifted quickly in the fourth quarter. Reminding fans that even the best teams have off days. Moving into Week Six, the Eagles have to remain calm and patient, and dominant from start to finish. The question now: can Jalen Hurts rally his team to show who they truly are?
During last week's matchup, the Eagles had some challenging moments on their home turf. Starting so strong and in control through the first three quarters of the game, the Eagles looked like they would walk away securing another win. Until they let up offensively and defensively against the Denver Broncos. With Zack Baun giving up yards on penalties, the offensive line allowing Hurts to be sacked six times, and the defense letting the Broncos get past them during the fourth quarter, there was no doubt the Eagles were walking away with a loss after their fourth-quarter meltdown.
Going into Week Six, the Eagles need to be strict on themselves. The Eagles have a long history of dominating the line of scrimmage. If they can get the ball to Saquon Barkley — taking pressure off Hurts and opening up the passing lanes — the offense will find rhythm. They also can’t afford to get too conservative; last week, the Eagles’ small, cautious play calls in the fourth quarter stalled drives and led to zero points. Making sure the defense is taking care of the Giants' offense. As we have seen, Jaxson Dart has shown the type of player he is. As the Giants started with Russell Wilson this season, they moved over to Dart, who showcased power and dominance as he went on that field and won the Giants their first win of the season against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Eagles' defense needs to be sharp and persistent when it comes to Dart, keeping his confidence low, forcing quick throws, and ultimately making the Giants punt the ball.
The Eagles' Week Five loss put things into perspective fairly quickly. It was a setback that could spark a stronger comeback, and this loss will not stump them. How the Eagles respond to this defeat will showcase who they truly are as a team. As they take on the Giants Thursday evening at their home field, they have a chance to regroup, refocus, rebuild, and remind fans why they are one of the best in the NFC. No team is perfect — but the great ones learn, adjust, and rise higher. You expect the Eagles to do just that.
